Tom Howard Garden Design create beautiful, functional and timeless outside spaces, looking after the design, build and planting of your garden.
We pride ourselves on helping you through every stage of your garden project, from when we put your dreams onto the drawing board to when you host your first garden party!
From traditional country gardens to modern urban spaces, our designs are carefully tailored to your lifestyle and aspirations, whatever they may be.
Tom Howard designs gardens predominantly in South London but has had commissions throughout the UK, including a garden designed for Country Life magazine and Cavendish Stone at Chelsea 2011. We are able to travel to Europe or further reaches.

Tom and his team have done a wonderful job with the garden. From the initial planting plan to the actual planting, Tom has been very helpful, knowledgeable and accommodating. Choosing Tom was one of the very best decisions we have made. Every time we look out at the garden we are amazed at how beautiful and lush it looks. We are delighted with the end result and cannot recommend him highly enough!

2 May 2019

Sarah Holliday

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Client

Project Date

Mar 2019

Project Price

$10,000 - $49,999

Tom and his team have done a great job with our garden - he designed a fantastic kids play area that really feels part of the garden. Although the plants only went in two days ago these already look great and we're really pleased that we now have a lovely garden to enjoy. Tom was very friendly, helpful and hands on throughout the whole process.

28 March 2019

Alastair Hall

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Client

Project Date

Oct 2018

Project Price

$50,000 - $100,000

I worked with Tom for a period of around a year on a total re-landscaping of the front and back gardens of my house, the ground floor of which itself was being fully renovated and extended. I had done plenty of research beforehand and, based on many of his previous projects, knew that he was the person i wanted to work with from a 'look' perspective. The experience of working with Tom only served to reinforce that view.
The whole process from beginning to end was, to be a honest, a joy. Tom was endlessly patient going through various iterations of the design, and is personally invested in delivering something that I was going to be happy with. His team are very hardworking, tidy, friendly and thorough. They are all sticklers for getting the details spot on. Tom dealt with difficult neighbours brilliantly, rarely having to get me involved. He worked seemlessly with the house renovation team both to ensure that the design worked in terms of blending the house in with the garden, but also in terms of scheduling work, etc. when there were multiple contractors on site. He also sticks very firmly to budgets, which is very important on larger projects.
Tom ensures that he spends plenty of time on site himself, and is always available to chat through things in person when needed.
Overall, i couldn't be happier with the result. Tom has a clear enthusiasm and love of his work which comes through in all aspects of the project, and he is a joy to work with. I thoroughly recommend.

3 January 2019

Comment from Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping:

Thank you Al for such a wonderful review. It was a delight working on your project. It is one we are particularly proud of. It's always a joy to work with a client that shares our same vision of how the garden could look and to put all trust in us to deliver! Thank you

8 January 2019Last modified: 9 January 2019

Gee Sung

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Client

Project Date

Nov 2018

Project Price

$10,000 - $49,999

Deciding to work with Tom has proven to be a great decision, every time I look out onto our garden it makes me smile. Tom and his team deserve a 5* rating not just because of the beautiful end result but how he managed the process throughout. During the design phase Tom was thoughtful and patient as we went through a number of iterations to meet our needs/budget. Communication was fantastic throughout the project and he was able to anticipate any questions i had. One of the reasons I favoured Tom over other designers I saw was that he employed his own team. The team showed great workmanship and clearly took a lot of professional pride in delivery a first class finish.
Thank you!

15 November 2018

Charles Thackray

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Client

Project Date

Sep 2018

Project Price

$50,000 - $100,000

I worked with Tom and his team redeveloping a garden and terrace in Chelsea in 2017/18. I have worked with other Garden designers and landscaping companies in the past but Tom has completely surpassed my expectations. He listened to what i was trying to create and came up with a truly stunning design that made the garden and terrace the focal points of the house. Unlike many Garden designers he has his own in house team so can control the build execution and not involve a third party which is rare. His design ability and professionalism is second to none and i would wholeheartedly use him and his team again. He also came in on budget. I would and have recommended him already to others looking for a Garden Designer & Landscaping company who will bring a quality build and wonderfully creative design.

26 October 2018

Comment from Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping:

Thank you Charles. We really enjoyed designing and building your terraces. It was refreshing to work on quite different spaces and with exciting materials! So happy to hear you're as pleased as we are with the end result. Enjoy!

26 October 2018

Emma Owen

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Client

Project Date

Oct 2018

Project Price

$10,000 - $49,999

Tom and his team have completely transformed my garden into a truly beautiful space. I wanted something that was an extension of my kitchen/house where I could entertain guests plus somewhere I could relax on a lovely sunny day. I originally sourced a few quotes off different people but Tom's vision stood out. I knew his design was the one for me as soon as I saw it....stunning! They achieved what I wanted....and more!
The whole process was professionally managed from start to finish and came in on budge...which, as we all know is a rarity!
The garden has only just been finished but I've had so many amazing complements on it already. Next door have even asked me what the trees are so they can get some themselves!
I would highly recommend Tom and his team.

8 October 2018

Comment from Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping:

Thank you so much Emma for your kind words. Have thoroughly enjoyed working on your garden for you. It all came together well in the end! Wishing you many years of enjoyment in your new space.

8 October 2018

Tim Service

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Client

Project Date

Mar 2018

Project Price

$1,000 – $9,999

We contacted Tom having seen his Houzz profile and website, as part of a whole house renovation we did in Clapham. We had a relatively tricky back garden to landscape, with the challenges of a new basement and light well that protruded into the garden, and a high-walled rear boundary. We wanted something that would feel spacious, look good from the kitchen and serve a number of different practical functions. The end result achieved all these objectives, and we're really pleased with how it looks. Tom pushed us to choose a number of things, such as darker paint colours, which we wouldn't have considered. The dimensions, layout and planting all work harmoniously. He also turned around the plans quickly and worked well with our contractors. Fees were reasonable in the context of the project scope.

2 July 2018

Tara Winstanley

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Client

Project Date

Oct 2017

Project Price

$10,000 - $49,999

Tom transformed our garden, providing a first class service from design consultation and 3D plans right through to sourcing, building and planting. Tom is patient and really cares about the detail, ensuring the best quality finish and everything working harmoniously with nature and practical needs. We wanted a space that was equally desirable for our children to play football, low maintenance but beautiful, with a space for adults to relax. We are thrilled with the results, the kids love it and we get much pleasure watching the garden change each week as more colours and plants bloom. Before and after pics attached.

24 June 2018Last modified: 24 June 2018

Comment from Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping:

Thank you Tara! A real pleasure working with you on your garden and really happy you're all so pleased with the end result.

25 June 2018

Chantel Elshout Design Consultancy

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Client

Project Date

May 2018

Project Price

$1,000 – $9,999

I have recently had the pleasure of working with Tom on my own project after a client recommended him. Tom was very patient in answering all my questions and tweaking the design quite a few times. I am particularly happy with the planting as it turned out so much better than anticipated! We now have a beautiful, elegant garden and still suitable for small children - it is used far more than we ever did in the past.

11 June 2018

Comment from Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping:

Thank you Chantel. We really enjoyed working on the designs and planting for your garden and also incorporating your ideas too. May the good weather continue so you can enjoy it this summer!

12 June 2018

Ben Madin

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Client

Project Date

Mar 2018

Project Price

$10,000 - $49,999

Can not recommend Tom highly enough. Tom managed our garden renovation from concept to delivery. From an initial consultation and survey Tom delivered clear professional design options. He then promptly put together an excellent team to deliver our dream garden to a very high standard on time and on budget. Would recommend without hesitation.

6 May 2018

Comment from Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping:

Thank you Ben. Really enjoyed working on your garden for you both. Enjoy your BBQ's!

7 May 2018

Chiara Madrone Watson

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Client

Project Date

Oct 2017

Project Price

$10,000 - $49,999

Tom completely transformed our garden from an under-utilised space to an extension of our living space. He proposed designs that integrated in our small space and made it more practical without compromising on style. Him and his team understood our need for storage, outdoor living and entertaining and translated that in a number of features that have added an extra ‘outdoor’ room to our house.
Tom has been very present on site throughout the build and his team has been extremely respectful ensuring minimal distruption to our everyday life. Tom is very detailed oriented and he has always been open to discuss any concerns we had to find an acceptable solution.
Despite a bit of delay, we are extremely pleased with the work and very much looking forward to the spring to make full use of our new garden!

19 December 2017

Comment from Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping:

Thank you Chiara. Very kind words and so pleased you're happy!

21 December 2017

Michael Mercieca

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Client

Project Date

Jul 2017

Project Price

$10,000 - $49,999

Tom and his team have done a few jobs for us over the years, having come recommended by our neighbours. We have always found them to be reliable, highly skilled and very tidy. Tom’s design work is second to none and having moved to a new house, we were prepared to wait a few months until he was available to design and build our new back patio. We cannot recommend Tom and his team highly enough!

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